As part of WIUT Week in London, students and staff from Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) participated in a series of meaningful events at the University of Westminster, strengthening academic, cultural, and institutional ties.
WIUT students represented Uzbekistan at the Democratic Education Network (DEN) International Student Conference in London. The conference brought together students and academics from around the world to exchange ideas on sustainable development, technology and the role of young people in addressing global challenges.
Winners of the “Our Sustainable Future Together” course at WIUT delivered two presentations: The Silk Road Never Ended - It Just Went Digital and When AI Thinks for Us: Teaching Youth to Question Technology. Their contribution reflected WIUT’s strong commitment to innovation, critical thinking and international engagement.
WIUT Wolves also made their mark in a futsal match, securing an impressive 8:4 victory over the University of Westminster Dragons. It was a vibrant display of teamwork, determination and sporting spirit - showing once again how sport connects people and builds lasting bonds beyond the classroom.
During the visit, students also had the opportunity to explore the London Eye and Wembley Stadium, one of the world’s most iconic sporting venues.
The cultural programme included a special screening at Fyvie Hall of the documentary film "The Speaking History of Uzbek Silent Cinema". The event featured welcoming remarks from the Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Westminster, Professor Peter Bonfield, followed by the film’s director, Eljon Abbasov, and concept author, film historian Professor Nigora Karimova.
The documentary highlighted the rich history of Uzbek silent cinema and proudly recalled that the first film screening in Tashkent took place in 1897, just one year after the Lumière brothers’ historic screening in London. The audience warmly received the screening, and the authors also presented Professor Bonfield with their book, "Cinema Art of Uzbekistan".
WIUT is proud of its students and staff for representing the University with excellence, confidence and pride on an international stage!
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